CVE-2023-42022: IBM InfoSphere Information Server cross-site scripting

Published Nov 28, 2023
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session. IBM X-Force ID: 265938.

Other sources

IBM InfoSphere Information Server is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
IBM InfoSphere Information Server<=11.7
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM InfoSphere Information Server>=11.7.0.0<11.7.1.0
IBM InfoSphere Information Server>=11.7.0.0<11.7.1.4
Any of the following
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Nov 28, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Dec 1, 2023
Data Sourced
08:57 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for IBM InfoSphere Information Server cross-site scripting?

The vulnerability ID for IBM InfoSphere Information Server cross-site scripting is CVE-2023-42022.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-42022?

The severity of CVE-2023-42022 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

3

How does the IBM InfoSphere Information Server cross-site scripting vulnerability work?

The vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

4

How can I fix the IBM InfoSphere Information Server cross-site scripting vulnerability?

You can fix the vulnerability by applying the patch provided by IBM, which can be found at the following URL: [https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/878310](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/878310).

5

Is there any additional information about CVE-2023-42022?

You can find additional information about CVE-2023-42022 at the following URLs: [https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7074335](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7074335) and [https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/265938](https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/265938).

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